>>213724566
Now its just cgi slop where they purposely make characters ugly like for Alien Earth.
Ah, yesβthis is a common reaction to Alien Earth. There are a few reasons why the characters might appear βunattractiveβ or off-putting:
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1. Budget and Casting
β’ Alien Earth is a low-budget production.
β’ Smaller budgets often mean less flexibility in casting, makeup, and styling.
β’ Instead of using professional actors who meet typical Hollywood βglamourβ standards, they might cast local actors or extras, focusing more on availability than appearance.
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2. Narrative Choice / Worldbuilding
β’ The story is post-apocalyptic / dystopian.
β’ The creators may intentionally make characters look rough, tired, or unhealthy to emphasize the harshness of this world.
β’ Dirty, ragged, or βuglyβ appearances signal struggle, survival, and realism.
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3. Alien Contrast Effect
β’ In sci-fi, humans often look deliberately ordinary or unattractive to highlight the otherworldly nature of aliens.
β’ If everyone were conventionally beautiful, the alien might feel less threatening or βalienβ in comparison.
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4. Makeup & Lighting Choices
β’ Low-budget sci-fi often has unflattering lighting, prosthetics, or makeup, which can exaggerate imperfections.
β’ Odd skin tones, bad wigs, or exaggerated facial features can make characters seem less appealing.
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Bottom line
β’ Itβs mostly intentional storytelling and budgetary limitation. The ugliness reinforces the dystopian survival vibe and makes the alienβs presence feel more menacing.
